Vehicle Burglary - A Crime of Opportunity

Vehicle Burglary is most often a crime of opportunity. Our own carelessness is often causing our vehicles to be broken into as well as stolen; however, you can minimize your chances of being a victim by taking away the opportunity.

Here are some tips to remember:

LOCK your vehicle and take the keys

PARK carefully in well lighted areas

USE anti-theft devices

CLEAN it out; do not leave anything in it

REMOVE the garage door opener

UTILIZE your garage to park in, if possible

MARK it; use an engraver to mark property

REPORT suspicious activity or persons to the Police Department at 362-5115,
or for crimes in progress dial 9-1-1.

Lock up:

An unlocked car is an open invitation to a car thief. Lock up when you leave your car, and take the keys with you.

Lock the trunk or tailgate.

Close all windows – professional thieves have tools that unlock cars through the smallest openings.

Be sure vent or wind-wing windows are shut tight and locked.

Lock your car even if you are making a quick stop at the gas station, convenience store or mini-mall.

At night, park in well-lit areas with lots of people around when out running errands.

Turn wheels sharply toward the curb when parking, this makes it extra difficult for thieves to tow your car.